Johnny Depp Transforms Into King Louis XV For First Feature Film Since Amber Heard Trial
etcanada.comJohnny Depp is royalty in iconic French director Maïwenn’s love story “Jeanne du Barry”. Why Not Productions has released the first teaser image of Depp as King Louis XV in the film.
Louis XV, also known as Louis the Well-Beloved, ruled France from Sept. 1, 1715 May 10, 1774. The period piece is inspired by the life of Jeanne du Barry, Louis XV’s last royal mistress following Madame de Pompadour.
Born into poverty, her cunning and charisma helped her climb France’s social ladder. READ MORE: Johnny Depp Stars In Dior Fragrance Clip After Reportedly Signing New 7-Figure Deal The casting marks Depp’s first feature film in three years.
The three-time Oscar nominee was previously expected to return to the “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise. The explosive fallout between him and ex Amber Heard put an end to that.
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